1956 Daimler DK vs. 2011 Chevrolet Orlando
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Daimler DK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Daimler DK would be higher. At 4,617 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Daimler DK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Daimler DK (168 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Orlando. (128 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Daimler DK should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Orlando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Daimler DK weights approximately 367 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Orlando. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Chevrolet Orlando is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Daimler DK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1956 Daimler DK (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Orlando. (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1956 Daimler DK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Orlando.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Daimler DK | 2011 Chevrolet Orlando | |
| Make | Daimler | Chevrolet |
| Model | DK | Orlando |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4617 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 108 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 16.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2032 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4652 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1633 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2760 mm |
